Senior Material Handler & Trainer (Forklift)

Covenant Logistics; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

EAP

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is seeking a Level 3 Material Handler to train and mentor staff in safe and efficient material handling within our warehouse. You will train new and existing staff on forklift operations, RF devices, and safety practices while ensuring OSHA and company policy compliance.

You will perform on-the-job evaluations and help maintain productivity. The role requires a High School Diploma and 3–5 years of warehouse and forklift experience, with WMS/RF experience a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of warehouse experience required.
• Forklift operation experience 3–5 years required.
• Experience in training or instruction is a plus.
• Leadership experience is a plus.
• WMS or RF unit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Train new and existing employees and retrain as regulations update.
• Ensure training complies with company policies and employment laws and regulations.
• Conduct operator training on forklifts and related equipment.
• Perform on-the-job observations and evaluations.
• Promote safety awareness and policy compliance.
• Maintain organization and inventory accuracy through recordkeeping.
• Assist with inventory control as needed.
• Cross-train on other warehouse functions.

Skills

Train the Trainer

Public speaking

OSHA regulations knowledge

Forklift operation

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Reading labels & numbers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3–5 years warehouse experience

3–5 years forklift operation

Training/instruction experience (plus)

Leadership experience (plus)

WMS or RF System experience (plus)

Tools

RF Scanner

RF Unit system

WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)

Job description

Covenant Logistics is seeking a Level 3 Material Handler to train and mentor staff in safe and efficient material handling within our warehouse. You will train new and existing staff on forklift operations, RF devices, and safety practices while ensuring OSHA and company policy compliance.

You will perform on-the-job evaluations and help maintain productivity. The role requires a High School Diploma and 3–5 years of warehouse and forklift experience, with WMS/RF experience a plus.